Reşadiye Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Arifiye neighborhood, Odunpazarı, Turkey.
Reşadiye Mosque is a religious building with two minarets in the Arifiye neighborhood, featuring architectural elements inspired by Istanbul's New Mosque style. The structure includes prayer halls indoors, outdoor courtyards, and modern facilities such as parking and wheelchair access.
Construction started in 1916 under Sultan Mehmet V and the building underwent complete reconstruction in 1979. This major renovation transformed its physical appearance and restored its role in the community.
This mosque serves as a central gathering place for the local Muslim community in Eskişehir, especially during daily prayers and religious holidays. The building reflects how early 20th-century Ottoman design was adapted to meet the spiritual needs of its congregation.
Visitors will find covered and open seating areas, as well as wheelchair accessibility and parking available for those arriving by car. It helps to check prayer times in advance, as these can affect when you can visit the interior.
The name Reşadiye comes from Sultan Mehmet V's personal name Reşat, who backed the original construction. This uncommon practice of naming a building directly after a ruler's personal name gives this place historical significance in the region.
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